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Philadelphia City Solicitor Diana Cortes speaks at a podium.
Courts & Law

Philly wants to create its own firearm policies to curb gun violence; Pa. Supreme Court will soon rule on preemption law

The city of Philadelphia is suing the state over the right to pass local firearms legislation. The Pa. Supreme Court heard arguments today.

2 years ago

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Danelo Cavalcante is captured by law enforcement.
Courts & Law
6abc

The timeline of the hunt for escaped murderer Danelo Cavalcante

Here's a look at major developments in the massive manhunt.

2 years ago

Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, arrives at the chamber for votes, at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023.
Politics & Policy

Utah GOP Sen. Mitt Romney, former presidential candidate and governor, won’t seek reelection in 2024

Romney says the country is ready for a new generation of leadership.

2 years ago

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) is sacked by Buffalo Bills defensive end Leonard Floyd (56) during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Monday, Sept. 11, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J.
Community

NFLPA renews call for natural grass to help prevent injuries after Rodgers gets hurt

Executive director Lloyd Howell says data makes clear that grass is safer than artificial turf.

2 years ago

A general view of the city of Derna is seen on Tuesday, Sept. 12., 2023. Mediterranean storm Daniel caused devastating floods in Libya that broke dams and swept away entire neighborhoods in multiple coastal towns, the destruction appeared greatest in Derna city
Community

Toll from devastating floods in Libyan city passes 5,100 dead, authorities struggle to get in aid

The U.N. migration agency says that more than 30,000 people have been left homeless by the destruction.

2 years ago

Law enforcement officers escort Danelo Cavalcante from a Pennsylvania State Police barracks in Avondale Pa.
Courts & Law

Danelo Cavalcante, who escaped Chester County Prison, is in custody. Police found him hiding under logs

Police captured Danelo Cavalcante in South Coventry Twp. early Wednesday. He suffered minor bite injuries from the police K9 who located him.

2 years ago

Stanley Crawford speaking at a podium
Courts & Law

Pa. Supreme Court to hear arguments over whether Philly can enact its own, stricter gun laws

“This is a novel issue, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a winnable issue,” said Shaundra Kellam Lewis.

2 years ago

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Jackie Soro performs onstage.
Arts & Entertainment

South Street businesses lend a hand to Fringe Festival’s queer-friendly cabaret

Late Night Snacks, now in its sixth year, has popped up in a vacant storefront. The business district would like the property to be a performance space permanently.

2 years ago

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HUP crisis response center building's entrance
Health

Crisis response center services return to West Philly as new location opens at former Mercy Philadelphia Hospital site

The new West Philadelphia location marks the city’s fifth crisis response center for people experiencing mental health emergencies.

2 years ago

A sign reads Monsanto.
Courts & Law

Chemical companies to pay Pennsylvania $100 million for PCB contamination

PCBs were banned in 1979 for their potential dangers to human and environmental health.

2 years ago

Bethany Hall-Long addresses the crowd
Politics & Policy

Delaware Lt. Gov. Bethany Hall-Long enters the gubernatorial race, aiming to become the second woman elected governor

Hall-Long hopes to become the first nurse elected to the state’s top spot in Dover.

2 years ago

OVID-19 vaccines are readied for use at a clinic
Health

CDC panel recommends updated COVID vaccines. Shots could be ready this week

The agency’s director is expected to sign off on the panel’s recommendation and the vaccines could be available this week.

2 years ago

The exterior of the Media-Upper Providence Free Library
Community

WHYY is hosting a ‘pop-up’ newsroom in Media, Pa.

The “pop-up” newsrooms are a continued effort to deepen our relationship with the communities we serve.

2 years ago

construction workers
Community

6 protesters arrested as onshore testing work for New Jersey wind farm begins

Ocean City has become the hub of resistance to offshore wind projects in New Jersey and elsewhere along the U.S. East Coast.

2 years ago

police on the football field
Courts & Law

Man gets 70-year sentence for shooting that killed 10-year-old Micah Tennant at Pleasantville football game

The shooting left a man and two children wounded. One of the youths, Micah Tennant, was shot in the neck and died five days later.

2 years ago

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